Sunday, January 15, 2012

Farmhouse Style Powder Room - In Progress

Hello everyone!

I thought I'd show you the progress I've made with my powder room so far.   It has been repainted in BM Wickham Gray.  It is a very subtle gray and I'm happy with the results. I still need to replace the brass fixtures with chrome though.  So, just overlook that for now. 


You'll notice that the mirror looks different.  In order to capture the look that I was going for, it needed to be painted white.  I like how white and gray look together. I plan on adding a chrome towel ring on the wall beside the sink too.


I hung a cow portrait above the toilet and used a wire basket to hold paper guest towels.




This cow portrait became my inspiration for the overall style of the room.  I wanted a feminine farmhouse style powder room with some industrial touches.  But, where are the industrial touches?  Here...........


I decided not to sell the bar stools that I once used in the kitchen.  I used one in here.  I topped it with a piece of burlap and a galvanized tub to hold toilet paper.

On the large back wall, I hung an over sized antique mirror that, at one time, hung above the fireplace mantel.



This room was a bit of a challenge to photograph due to all the mirrors!  I tried to keep myself out of them.  Ha! 

So there she is in all her new "gray" glory!  So, as soon as I get the rest of the new finishing touches (chrome faucet, light fixture, tp holder, towel ring and wire wastebasket) I'll be sure to show those.  They should be purchased very soon! 

To see what this powder room used to look like, go here.

On another note, I haven't been able to comment on every one's blogs that I usually do.  I know a lot of people have been having this same problem.  I am going to try some changes on my end to see if that corrects the problem.  In the meantime, please know that I'm not ignoring any of you if you haven't seen me comment!

Thanks for stopping by!

~ Kelly ~

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34 comments:

Barb @ The Everyday Home said...

Love the gray walls and especially love the cow print. Very nice. :)

Deserae said...

Your powder room turned out fabulous!!!! LOVE the new wall color and all the industrial touches too :o) Your little ticking hand towel with ruffles is so cute...love it!
~Des

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

It looks great!! Love that color of grey.

Andrea said...

I have been having problems commenting (or even looking at people's blogs) too! Glad to hear I'm not the only one. Anyhow, your bathroom is looking great. In fact, I actually really like the brass faucet-you know that brass is making a comeback, and I think it looks classy in there =)

Linda said...

I liked the 'before' but I LOVE the 'after' even MORE!! I am resting before I gear up to paint my hall. It is papered with 'Wallpaper for Troubled Walls' - no joke! It is paintable paper and I am itching to change from the burgundy sponge paint to a gray like you used!
Your bathroom turned out just perfect!!

Rosemary@villabarnes said...

I loved the mirror before, and I really love it now. You're right, Kelly. It works perfectly with the grey walls. Everything looks great. Love all your decorative touches.

Debby said...

I love the mirrow. I also like the contrast of the white and the gray.
I had problems earlier with commenting. I did get your comment, thanks.

THE FARMHOUSE PORCH said...

Love the farmhouse + industrial vibe!

♥Linsey

Amy Chalmers said...

Would you think of doing a bronze faucet? That could look cool if you are going for a bit of industrial...I love it all! I think the mirror looks great white and the paint color is awesome!

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

The color looks great. I love the industrial elements you added. Can't wait to see it when you change the brass out.

Unknown said...

Your powder room looks so pretty, Kelly! I love that you used the art for inspiration, but I'm thinking that cow is actually a bull ;) I also really like how you tied in the industrial elements. A great look with the mirrors and the little towel too. I bought some grey paint for our powder room a few weeks back and it is on my very long list.

Babs said...

Kelly, I like the before and the after. Both are great!!

Peg said...

It looks great Kelly, I love it, much prefer the after look. I saw your blog for the first time tonight coming from No Minimalism here. I love the soft tones, gorgeous and restful.

Peg x

rachel@Acts of Life said...

It coming along really nice Kelly. The paint color is a nice choice, looks very pretty with the white mirrors. I am liking the industrial farmhouse pieces you have in there and the cow picture is my favorite!

xoxo

Unknown said...

Kelly,It looks so cute. Happy Sunday

Pattie

ℳartina @ Northern Nesting said...

Great job Kelly I love your bathrooms new look and LOVE that cow print!!

Dawn said...

Kelly, I love it all but the towel is my favorite. I love the ticking fabric:)

Twinkle Terrior said...

Kelly - everything always looks so nice! fabulous-ness always! ox

Blondie's Journal said...

I love it, Kelly! The shade of gray is perfect. I love the wire basket for guest towels...that really gives it a nice farmhouse look! I also like your pedestal sink. Great job!

XO,
Jane

Amy Kinser said...

Love your new bathroom and that cow picture is fabulous.

So fun to see redos.

Tanna said...

Your makeover is great, Kelly!! Love all the changes you have made. Look forward to seeing the last few details! blessings ~ tanna

Vintage Home said...

Kelly you are so so so so sweet to email me and let me know about "comment" problems! Thank you so much!
I am crushing on your new powder room ...love the mirrors, such farm house feminine style!! I also love the gold taps..they are so hip right now and I really like the patina they give in the room.
Again...Thanks for taking the time to drop by!

Anonymous said...

Hi Kelly! Oh, how beautiful! I love that mirror is it's lovely painted white! Everything in your bathroom looks wonderful!
Be a sweetie,
shelia ;)

All That Glitters said...

Looks really good Miss Kelly! I really love your cow picture!

I also wanted to say I love your little one's room, too! Gracen just started playing with legos. I'm sure those will be everywhere soon!

thistlewoodfarm said...

Your powder room looks lovely! That hand towel with the ruffles is my favorite! Thanks for the inspiration!
blessings,
karianne

Anonymous said...

It looks great kelly! I love the color.

Kathy

Christine @ Stonehouse Living said...

Hi Kelly,
What a great makeover!!
Great idea to bring in the stool, it works so well with the new wall colour!!
Beautiful mirrors!
Have a great week...
All the Best,
Christine

Carolyn@Sweet Chaos Home said...

Love, love, love!! I know this is not PC to say, but I think your brass faucet looks really good against the gray. It's unexpected and interesting, in my humble opinion :)

mellyb said...

I love the gray! What about the rug? Is it new? Source?

Melanie

Cheri said...

your tagged

Suzanne@thriftstoredecorjunky said...

Beautiful little "room". Love all the special touches. The wire basket and cow print are my favorites..

imsteelefullofscrap said...

Love your bathroom would never of thought to put a cow pic though I have birds and nests in mine looks beautiful

Debra@CommonGround said...

This looks gorgeous, love the transformation!!

Amy@HomeRemediesRX said...

Great makeover! I never would have thought to use the metal stool in the bathroom, but it looks amazing and it's useful. Love it!